1 River Road

Closed 2/23/17
Closed 2/23/17
Beautiful Front Exterior
Sold
Last Sold Price
$432,000
3 beds3,024 sqft
1 River Rd, Essex, CT 06426
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.62 acresLot Size
1968Year Built
$143/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This lovely embankment Colonial is sited on an exquisitely landscaped lot with mature gardens, blue stone terrace and meandering stone walls, all within walking distance (on sidewalks!) of Essex Village. The beautiful residence underwent a carefully designed renovation and expansion in 2005, using premium materials and remarkable craftsmanship, including fabulous mill work by New England Joinery with all new hardwood flooring, crown molding, custom cabinetry and a wonderful Chef's kitchen. The fully...This lovely embankment Colonial is sited on an exquisitely landscaped lot with mature gardens, blue stone terrace and meandering stone walls, all within walking distance (on sidewalks!) of Essex Village. The beautiful residence underwent a carefully designed renovation and expansion in 2005, using premium materials and remarkable craftsmanship, including fabulous mill work by New England Joinery with all new hardwood flooring, crown molding, custom cabinetry and a wonderful Chef's kitchen. The fully finished lower level incorporates a gorgeous family room, large office and separate guest quarters with private bath which could also be utilized as an inlaw suite. All new mechanicals complete the renovation, including a Buderus HVAC system and central air. Fabulous outdoor living space with a three season glass and screened porch encourages casual entertaining and quiet relaxation...a home for family and friends to enjoy!
  • Listed by: Jennifer Caulfield 860.227.6634 jscfield@aol.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listing closed: 02/23/2017 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: N10158614

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$485,000

Avg days on market

51

Sale-to-list ratio

95.6%

Essex, CT

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Property Information for 1 River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,297 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Middlesex County
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Lot Size: 0.62 AC / 27,007 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: Putting Green, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Directions: North Main Street to River Road, first house on right. Sign
  • Elementary School: Essex
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Regional District 4
  • Intermediate School: Regional District 4
  • Latitude: 41.36223
  • Longitude: -72.400635
  • Middle Jr High School: PBOE
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: $6,297
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Patio, Porch-Screened, Stone Wall, Terrace
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Laundry Room Location: Lower Level
  • Rooms Additional: Workshop
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Formal,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Formal,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Eating Space,Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor,Pantry,Remodeled
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: DD59B3DB27098321E053D501100AE2D7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: DD59B3DB27098321E053D501100AE2D7
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Brown
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Sq Ft Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Possible
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 986558
  • Sq Ft Total: 3024.0
Utilities
  • Electric Amperage: 200
  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 1 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 22, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #589649839

$435,000

+0.2% / yr

Jan 28, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #154069679

$425,000

+20.6% / yr

Jun 15, 1992

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92028955

$40,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/22/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #589649839

$435,000

+0.2% / yr

01/28/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #154069679

$425,000

+20.6% / yr

06/15/1992

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92028955

$40,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$119,600Additions$136,010Total$255,610
Tax Record2024$7,172 ($598 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,710 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,710 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,473 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1994Year Renovated1994ZoningR2CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNEHDM M:M08 L:L007

Schools near 1 River Road

This home is within Regional School District 04.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Essex Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
John Winthrop Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Valley Regional High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Essex Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

John Winthrop Middle School
Public7 to 8

Valley Regional High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1 River Road, Essex, CT 06426
$432,000
3
3,024
27,007
2 River Road, Essex, CT 06426
–
3
2
2,472
323,651
111 North Main Street, Essex, CT 06426
$250,000
4
2
3,308
45,738
7 River Road, Essex, CT 06426
$457,000
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114,998
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2,464
80,150
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5,557
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